Rutland, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

Rutland is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 1,796. Residents earn $102,885 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,796 Population 607/sq mi density
$102,885 Median Income $46,737 per capita
$357,700 Home Value $516,108 Zillow
$1,134 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$102,885 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$357,700 home value, $1,134/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,885
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $357,700
27% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.6%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,134
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

How Rutland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,796
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density607/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,885
Per Capita$46,737
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$60,947M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$357,700
Rent$1,134
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$516,108

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation1,116 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.6%
High School+96.8%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute33 min
EV Stations1
Libraries70

Is Rutland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rutland receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Rutland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rutland is $102,885, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Rutland among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rutland is $357,700, 27% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,134 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Rutland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Rutland has a population of 1,796 with a density of 607 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

1,796
Total Population
607
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rutland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rutland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rutland is $102,885, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Rutland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,885
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,737
Avg Weekly Wage$1,378
IRS Avg AGI$91,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,743
County GDP$60,947M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,794
Healthcare2,309
Retail2,429
Manufacturing818

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,321
109% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Rutland is $357,700, 27% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,134 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $516,108.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$357,700
27% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$516,108
Median List Price$493,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$493,500
$/Sq Ft$270
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,134
2% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,727
1 Bedroom$1,822
2 Bedrooms$2,300
3 Bedrooms$2,858
4 Bedrooms$3,232

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,321
109% above US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
In Rutland, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rutland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma12.4%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death6,707/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access91.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,309

Crime Rates: Rutland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70

Safety Score

Rutland has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall72.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,116 ft (340 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density607/sq mi
Coordinates42.3715°N, 71.9577°W
County FIPS25027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 41.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.9%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.6%
23% above US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score6.49
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density607/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries70
Healthcare Facilities2,309
Restaurants1,794
Retail Stores2,429

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Work from Home9.7%

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